Congressman Introduces Legislation To Double The Size of Big Thicket National Preserve
Big Thicket National Preserve, a rich crucible of biodiversity, would double in size under legislation introduced by a congressman from Texas.
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Bison, Elk and Bears Might Be Cute, But These Videos and Statistics From National Parks Suggest Caution
Ever consider a sprint with an elk or bison? Well, if you're not careful, you just might wind up in that predicament in Yellowstone National Park. And you won't win.
Groups Sue To Overturn Removal of Greater Yellowstone Wolves from Endangered Species List
Has Yellowstone National Park's wolf recovery program, now more than a decade old, succeeded? The federal government thinks so, as evidenced by the removal of greater Yellowstone wolves from the Endangered Species List. But a coalition of conservation group differs, and has filed a lawsuit to overturn the delisting.
National Parks Week: Perfect Time to Assess the "State of the Parks"
Don't let the hoopla over National Parks Week and the launch of the Centennial Challenge fund-letting fool you: The state of the national park system is depressing. While recent visitation is up, staffing is down, and park budgets aren't keeping pace with inflation.
- By Kurt Repanshek - April 26th, 2008 2:47pm
Railroad's Tweaking Delays Glacier National Park's Decision Against Bombing Avalanche Chutes
Long after the public comment period closed on Glacier National Park's draft environmental impact statement regarding a railroad's request to bomb avalanche chutes on the park's southern boundary, the railroad apparently has succeeded in tweaking that document.
Snared Wolves At Denali National Park and Preserve Cast Ugly Shadow on Trappers
Wolf trapping that went wrong has left two wolves with snares cinched around their necks roaming Denali National Park and Preserve just as tourist season is about to arrive.
- By Kurt Repanshek - April 25th, 2008 5:32pm
2008 National Park Service Centennial Projects Run the Gamut, From Traveling Trunks to Biodiversity Inventories
From "traveling trunks" and power systems to biodiversity inventories and efforts to develop tomorrow's national park stewards, the 110 Centennial Challenge Projects and Programs that are being funded for 2008 offer a little something for most folks.
Approved Projects-Description.pdf
GYC Explains Value of Latest Agreement for Yellowstone National Park Bison
On April 17, Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer and Yellowstone National Park Superintendent Suzanne Lewis announced that an agreement had been struck that opens up additional habitat for bison north of the park. This deal signifies the biggest step forward for Yellowstone bison in over a decade and will result in bison roaming onto traditional winter habitat over six miles north of Yellowstone National Park
- By Amy McNamara - April 23rd, 2008 10:24am
Utah Boy Wins Top Honors in National Park Foundation's Essay Contest
A Utah boy and his family spent Earth Day at Everglades National Park thanks to his winning entry in the National Park Foundation's 2008 essay contest.
- By Kurt Repanshek - November 16th, 2008 4:32pm
Flying Squirrels, Scenic Vistas, and the Blue Ridge Parkway
The National Park Service has a cumbersome conundrum on its hands at the Blue Ridge Parkway, where the agency is grappling with how to preserve scenic vistas along the 469-mile-long road while not making further inroads on habitat critical for the Carolina Northern Flying Squirrel.
- By Kurt Repanshek - April 22nd, 2008 2:57pm
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